The Gingerbread Café
A budget-friendly Eastbourne café with high chairs and outdoor seating, warmly rated 4.6 by families across 91 reviews.

Café · Eastbourne
Right on the seafront, this is the sort of café that copes well with small children — buggies get in without a fuss, high chairs are there, and the outdoor tables mean nobody has to whisper. Parents mention the team making a fuss of little ones, one describing how their daughter was treated "like a princess" over afternoon tea. The bacon and sausage baps get particular praise, as does the focaccia, and the scones-and-pastries spread is a proper sit-down treat rather than a quick stop. They host children's birthday parties, and families who've done it say the staff went well beyond the minimum. Free parking helps. Worth knowing it's card-only, so don't turn up with cash, and a kids' menu and vegan options are both covered.

A little something creative for your next meal out. Filled with colouring, simple drawing prompts for cute animals, origami and conversation starters designed to bring more play, laughter and connection to the table. 3 free printable packs for toddlers, preschoolers and primary-aged children.
A budget-friendly Eastbourne café with high chairs and outdoor seating, warmly rated 4.6 by families across 91 reviews.
Family-ready Eastbourne pub with kids' menu, high chairs, step-free buggy access, gluten-free options and free parking.
Step-free chippy in Eastbourne with high chairs, a kids' menu and gluten-free options — easy and affordable with little ones.